Possum wrote:

My niece is going to work in a refugee camp in the Sudan for the next
year. There is inconsistant power supplied by generator. We are
considering the purchase of a Grundig FR200 hand crank short wave
radio for her to keep up with the outside world. Any comments on the
appropriateness of this equipment? We would also purchase a
supplemental antenna accessory. We know little or nothing about
shortwave, so any info would be appreciated. Thanks
Nanna

Consider getting a better quality portable shortwave radio first, one
that uses four 'AA' (rechargable) batteries. Then you can use a solar
battery charger. Radio Shack sells one for $29.99, Cat#: 980-0884. You
should have at least two sets of batteries so you can still use the
radio while the other set is charging.


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